About this course

This course is designed to build confidence in participation in boards and committees. Learn what good governance means, what roles and responsibilities there are and what risks to be aware of.

The course aims to develop knowledge and skills in:
  • Organising business meetings
  • Identifying roles and working within an organisational structure
  • Following legal requirements

At a glance:

Location: Statewide
Course duration: 1 month
Start date: Multiple intakes
Number of units: 2
Indicative fees: (Nil to eligible participants)
Accredited Course: Yes

Upcoming dates

LocationDates
Paterson8–9 September
Riverina20–21 October
Central West (Dubbo, Orange)29–30 October
Sydney3–4 November

Details

  • Review governance roles, responsibilities, and frameworks
  • Understand organisational policies, compliance, and legal obligations
  • Analyse relevant documentation (reports, financials, briefs)
  • Participate in meetings, discussions, and decision-making
  • Consider risks, ethical implications, and compliance requirements
  • Manage documentation (agendas, minutes, reports)
  • Maintain accurate records

Funded under the Varroa Management Program for eligible beekeepers

Blended delivery:

  • Online pre-learning (3-5 hours)
  • 2-day face-to-face workshop

  • This course is delivered using authentic case studies of roles and responsibilities for participation in boards and committees.
  • Supported by a hands-on toolkit of templates and checklists

None.

This course is mapped to the national unit of competencies

  • BSBOPS405 Organise business meetings
  • BSBOPS406 Participate in organisational governance


Additional Information

For information on students rights and responsibilities, and the Tocal College Code of Practice see Industry qualification student policies.

For example: Students can progress to further studies such as the Business studies in the Diploma Agriculture or other skills development courses offered in the Farm Business Resilience program.